Due to COVID-19, many workplaces are now having their employees work remotely from home to keep everyone safe and healthy. While it can be comfortable to work from home and many employees seem to be getting more used to this daily routine, personal connection between coworkers can be harder to establish. It can ... Read More
FHE Commentary
As behavioral health news breaks it is often covered by organizations that may not understand the issue thoroughly or the consequences it will bring. In this section, the industry leading addiction and behavioral health treatment center, FHE Health tackles the current cultural phenomenons and happenings. Behavioral health is complex, and when you need it explained, it helps to have an expert to help you understand.
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Millennials Dying at Alarming Rate – is Mental Health to blame?
No Alcohol November
How Real Connection in a Virtual Workplace Boosts Mental Health
Veteran Career and Educational Opportunities in the Mental Health Field
Coming home after discharge from military service in one of the six branches of the U.S. Armed Forces (Army, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard, Marine Corps, and Space Force), some veterans may be at a loss to know what jobs and careers are available and a good fit with their experience. Often, vets choose to serve in ... Read More
What Not to Say to an Addict
How you talk to a recovering addict determines what your relationship with them will be. You can either respect them, their journey and their understanding of their condition or risk positioning yourself as a judgmental presence they can't confide in. Knowing what not to say to an addict allows you to be conscious ... Read More
Is the Opioid Crisis Over or Amping Up in the Pandemic?
The opioid crisis in America has been the result of a mix of misleading claims, irresponsible prescribing practices and under-regulated "pill mills." But, with legislation aimed at limiting prescriptions and rehab centers with more resources for treatment, the crisis has slowed in recent years. As we look back on the ... Read More
Josh Gad Goes Public With the GAD That’s Not in His Name
Recipient of two Annie Awards for his role as Frozen's Olaf and a Tony Award for "Best Actor in a Musical," Josh Gad is famous for his acting talent and distinctive voice. Recently, he has taken on a new and different role: speaking up for the one in five children suffering with mental health and learning disorders in ... Read More
Substance Abuse Stigma – The State of the Debate
Updated August 2023 Substance abuse in America is a steadily growing problem. As of 2021, according to the National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH), 46.3 million people aged 12 and older met the DSM-5 criteria for substance use disorders of some kind, with 64% of those having alcohol use disorders and 52% ... Read More
How Marijuana Can Be Harder to Kick Than Other Drugs – A Q&A With a Recovering User
Roughly 30 percent of people who use marijuana have some degree of a marijuana use disorder, according to a report by the National Institute on Drug Abuse. Yet most Americans probably don’t know that, thanks to this country’s new and growing love affair with pot. As the number of states legalizing medical and ... Read More
Is Too Much Screen-Time Affecting Your Mental Health
How much time do you spend in front of screens each day? The average screen time, by age, can be surprising for most people. People spend numerous hours each day in front of smartphones, laptops, tablets, and other devices for school, work, and recreation. Most people feel some guilt about the amount of time they spend ... Read More
